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1969
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2020
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Larry Atkins, Sr. Obituary
Larry Joseph Atkins,Sr., 50 of Columbus, MS passed away Friday, April 17th, 2020, at his residence, surrounded by his family, after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
A graveside service for family will be held Tuesday, April 21st, 2020, at 10:00 AM, at Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Millport, AL, with Lowndes Funeral Home directing. Friends may view the service online at www.lowndesfuneralhome.net the following day. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date for family and friends.
Mr. Atkins was born September 27th, 1969, to the late Jack and Myrtie May Wooten Atkins, Sr., in Columbus, MS. He served his city proudly as an employee of Columbus Light and Water Department for 30 years and currently held the position of lead foreman over the wastewater division. He was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved his family and enjoyed spending as much time as possible with them. He especially enjoyed keeping his grandchildren. Above all, he was a faithful Christian man and served as a dedicated member and deacon of Union Chapel Baptist Church, Ethelsville, AL. Even through his illness, he took every opportunity to praise our Savior and enjoyed preaching the gospel whenever provided with the opportunity.
He is survived by his children- Lindsey Atkins, Northport, AL, Larry (Laura) Atkins, Jr., Columbus, MS, and Lance Atkins, Columbus, MS; sisters- Christine (Paul) Taylor, Steens, MS, Brenda (David) Acks, Marietta, GA, and Theresa (Kenneth) Pate, Columbus, MS; brothers- Jack Atkins, Jr., Steens, MS, and Tony Atkins, Steens, MS; grandchildren- Larry Atkins III, Hallie Atkins, and Carson Atkins; and a number of nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
To view graveside service, please click HERE
Memories and Condolences
for Larry Atkins, Sr.
Beth Cobb-West
April 26, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Edna Hairston
April 24, 2020
Larry was one of my favorite Burger King customers. I will miss his soft smile.
Anna and Taylor Duncan
April 22, 2020
Prayers going up for you all during this time. God bless you all.
ANN ROBERTSON
April 21, 2020
Praying for your family during this difficult time. Larry was a wonderful, Christian man.
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Sarah Edwards
April 21, 2020
Larry was such a good man and loved his family and they sure loved him. There is no doubt that he is in Heaven. James and I send our love to Theresa and all his family and pray that God will comfort each one of them now and the days ahead.
Robert and Lanita Jones
April 21, 2020
So sorry for your familys loss. We will be in prayer for you all for Gods comfort in the days ahead.
Norman Connell
April 21, 2020
Sharrion and I are praying for all the family during this time of grief. Larry and I had a good conversation with one another last Thanksgiving. I always was inspired by his faith in God.
Donna Hankee
April 20, 2020
Larry was a good guy and great friend. As a servant of God, he will carry on. Gone but not forgotten and always find memories! He will deeply be missed.
Jo ann & jerry wayne Atkins
April 20, 2020
Christine & family, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of another family member. We wish that we could be there to help comfort you at this time, but you will be in our thoughts & prayers . Love to all of you.
Gail Humble
April 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss!! Stevie and I will be praying for your family!!
Gale West
April 20, 2020
PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU LARRY WAS A SWEET PERSON, ALWAYS HAD A SMILE EVERY TIME I SAW HIM!! THAT'S DEFINITELY THE SIGN OF A CHRISTIAN!! HEAVEN IS MUCH SWEETER NOW!! LUV U ALL, GALE WEST
REV TOM & GAIL HARRIS
April 20, 2020
TO TONY AND FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND COMFORT,
Gary Box
April 20, 2020
We will have you and your family in our prayers during this time. I will miss working with Larry, we had good conversations and gave good advice to one another on things other than just for work.
Clay Richardson
April 20, 2020
A dear Friend, Christian Brother, and hunting companion that loved life and his family very much. My sincere prayers and deepest affection to the family in your sorrow. God Bless.
Ricky & Cathy Hutchinson
April 20, 2020
We remember Larry as one of the finest Christian men, father, grandfather, brother, friend and deacon/ pastor that we have ever known. We pray for his family as they go through this time of grief. They are like family to us and always will be. We love the Atkins family. Ricky and Cathy Hutchinson
Larenda Wiggins
April 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your comfort and peace during this time. May God continue to give you strength.
LYNDA Wilder
April 20, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Brenda Mae Golden
April 20, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. With all my love.
Shirley Williams
April 20, 2020
My deepest sympathy. Praying for the Holy Spirit to bring peace and comfort to the family.
Billy Dollar
April 19, 2020
One of the Greatest men of God that I have ever known
He was a special friend, and a great pastor for us at Academy Baptist Church
Such a great example of how a Dad and Grandad should lead his family
Bro Larry will be greatly missed
Rest In Peace my friend
Austin Cooke
April 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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